Which chemical reaction results in the splitting of a 6-carbon glucose molecule into two 3-carbon subunits called pyruvate?

a. Glycolysis
b. Glycogenolysis
c. Gluconeogenesis
d. Glycogenesis


a

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Which of the following is a potential health benefit of moderate alcohol consumption?

A. increased LDL cholesterol B. increased HDL cholesterol C. decreased HDL cholesterol D. appetite suppression

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Ghrelin is a hormone that reduces hunger.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Discuss how fasting and constant malnutrition affect the metabolic rate. In what ways might this be beneficial?

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